Author: Adeline Liong

Stop the crocodile attacks

‘These crocodiles are becoming bolder and entering urban areas, possibly due to population growth and other factors.’ – Women, Family and Community Development Minister, Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. IN the tourism world, Sarawak is well known as the “Land of the Hornbills”. Hornbills, you see, are important cultural symbols for

Another deep seaport – this time in Tanjung Embang, Gedong

KUCHING: More good news from the Premier. Gedong is poised to see further transformation as the Sarawak government prepares to construct a deep seaport in Tanjung Embang. Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said the deep seaport would be built on reclaimed land. “We are planning to build

An enjoyable and memorable Aidilfitri

‘It is a time when friends and neighbours, regardless of race and faith, bond with each other again, to celebrate friendship and solidarity.’ – Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas MY friends, how was the Hari Raya Aidilfitri for you? Did you have a good time, playing host to

Happy birthday to you all

‘Men are like wine. Some turn to vinegar, but the best improve with age.’ – Pope John XXIII MANY happy returns of the day to all of you who are celebrating your birthdays today. May you have all the love your heart can hold, all the happiness and  blessings that

An unforgettable Good Friday

‘The beauty of the cross and our crucified Lord cannot be easily fathomed by human mind or by barely reading scriptures in bits, but by careful reading of entire scripture in the spirit which will in turn engulf one with wisdom and love.’ ― Author, Henrietta Newton Martin LAST Friday, I

Thank you for the music

‘The best music is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with.’ — American singer-songwriter and guitarist, Bruce Springsteen My friends, do you listen to the radio every day? I do, especially when I’m in my car. I listen to the radio, particularly Lite FM,  a lot

Still alive and kicking at 103

THE story of a 103-year-old Italian woman, who was busted by police while driving dangerously with an expired driving licence in an uninsured car, caught my attention recently. The incident happened in the centre of Bondeno, a town of 13,000 inhabitants in Italy, at 1 am and the woman was

Two is enough for me

‘My fashion philosophy is, if you’re not covered in dog hair, your life is empty.’ – American comedian and writer, Elayne Boosler I have two dogs and I think two is enough. Lately, I was tempted to accept two more dogs. When I visited my former sister-in-law during the Chinese

Mother was right

‘A niece is a gift whose worth cannot be measured except by the heart.’ – Indian professional Kabaddi player, Ajay Thakur ‘Don’t quarrel or fight. Try to love another. One day, when you are older, you will not be able to see each other if you don’t have money.” I

Creating memories with my family

‘The memories we make with our family is everything.’ – American actress, Candace Cameron Bure. My friends, how was your Lunar New Year celebration? Have you been creating memories with your families and friends, just like me? As I have stated in my previous column, this Chinese New Year has